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It's time to buoy up the Coast Guard

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Issues relating to the operation of the United States Coast Guard are presented. Known as the fifth armed service, the Cost Guard annually respond to 70,000 distress calls and save thousands of lives, yet the service has been hit by severe budget cuts and reduced numbers of personnel.

United States, Finance, Environmental aspects, Rescue work, Coastal zone management, Coast Guard

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How can we help?

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Caring for elderly parents at home at the same time as looking after your own family and working can be extremely stressful. As the elderly population lives longer and increases the choices for their care are discussed.

Care and treatment, Cover Story, Medical care utilization, Home care services, Aged parents, Elderly parents

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Retire from life? Never!

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It is important for older people to ensure that they remain physically and mentally active. Possible activities include being an extra in films and travelling as a courier.

Aged, Elderly, Behavior

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